Fit & proper: Working women and pregnancy

It is a great idea to take short breaks at work to stretch and release muscle tension

A woman must make adjustments in her work life during pregnancy to keep herself and the child healthy.

A woman’s body temperature during pregnancy is a slightly higher than normal and exposure to heat is bound to add to the discomfort. Especially in summers, dehydration can cause symptoms like dry mouth, loss of appetite, skin flushing and fatigue, and in worse cases, the body can go in shock. Sweating can add to the dehydration and the body loses electrolytes from perspiration, muscles begin to cramp.

During pregnancy, these signs mean that the body needs to cool down. If heat cramps